Dear PCA Families and Friends,
Spring is in the air! Some daffodils are pushing up in some places, the robins have returned, and the light in the sky is lengthening. All are harbingers of God's design of change as we anticipate the new life of spring, all while realizing that in the coming weeks snow will still fly, ice will form again, and the cold wind will remind us that winter is with us still.
As we have tasted some of spring, we are also thinking about summer. I am pleased to announce that our Summer Eagle Camp is open for registration! Eagle Camp is open to children 3 years old through those students entering 6th grade. Last year, we had several weeks of Eagle Camp reach full-capacity,
so take a look at our website and register soon!
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Our next major community event is our
Annual Auction, which is just 16 days away! We certainly hope to see you there. The event itself is free, but if you want to enjoy breakfast, a few tickets remain available through next Wednesday
HERE. Our theme is,
“Home is where the Heart is: My School, My Town, My State.”
How apropos as we emphasize building and sustaining community. We
still seek volunteer help; and we are still accepting donations--see specific ways of helping below. The Silent Auction bidding begins on Friday, March 13 at 8:00 am. Also, come join us the nigh before the auction at our Artist Reception on Friday, March 20 from 3:30-4:30 in the gym lobby--just after dismissal. Bring the kids before you head out! Again, PCA Annual Auction, 21 March. See you there, and bring a friend!
And there is
so much more: our Mens Varsity Basketball Team has advanced to the State Quarterfinals and and will be playing this evening in Groveton, NH;
our artists are submitting their work tomorrow for the annual art contest--which will be featured at the Auction; Dr. Lawrence presents her next LIFE series tomorrow, PCA's theater team competes this weekend; and our budding Upper School scientists are presenting their projects next Wednesday. More details below, so scroll through and click through to find out more.
Together with you in Christ as we grow and serve,
Mike Runey
Head of School
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Congratulations to our Mens Varsity Basketball Team for winning the first play-off game of the season on Monday evening! The PCA Eagles defeated the Linwood Lumberjacks 46-44 and will be advancing to the Quarter-Final game tonight.
READ MORE. The PCA Eagles will be traveling north to Groveton High School (65 State Street, Groveton, NH) where they will compete against the Groveton Eagles at 7:00 pm. GO, PCA Eagles!
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Our annual Read-a-Thon was a success, and we thank all of you who participated! We are still collating the results. Please stay tuned for the date and time of our awards assembly.
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NEW THIS YEAR!
What is this week's Sneak Peek item that you can bid on during our upcoming Annual Auction?
FIND OUT HERE
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We still need help in the following areas:
- Ironing (M-F)
- Art Gallery Assistance (anytime between March 10-13)
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Raising Money for PCA is easy as 1, 2, 3!
- SHOP: Look for shelf tags in-store on more than 1,500 products
- CHECK OUT: Get 3 School Dollars for every 4 participating products you purchase
- SUBMIT: Deposit your School Dollars in the collection tower in-store or send in with your child to the receptionist, LS Office, or your child's teacher.
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Tomorrow!
Friday, March 6 at 1:30 pm
Junior High Resource Room
All parents are welcome to join us to hear Dr. Connie Lawrence as she speaks about test anxiety and the test-taking strategies that can help. Please register at the Lower School receptionist's desk or by contacting
Sue McKenney (ext. 112).
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Tomorrow!
Deadline to Submit Art Pieces:
Friday, March 6 at 3:30 pm
All PCA students, parents, grandparents, employees, and alumni are welcome to submit an art piece for this year's Annual Auction Juried Art Contest! Our art contest raises thousands of dollars each year for our Variable Tuition program.
LEARN MORE.
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The Upper School Coffee House which was planned for tomorrow evening is being rescheduled. Stay tuned for the new date!
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Saturday, March 7 at 1:45 pm
You have another opportunity to see PCA's powerful Black Box Theatre production of "These Shining Lives." The event will be held at Concord High School (170 Warren Street, Concord, NH); the cost is $10 for a block of 3 shows. Come and support our students! Please contact
Katie Poole with questions.
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Sunday, March 8
Daylight Savings begins which means that it will stay light later! Remember to move your clocks forward an hour.
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Wednesday, March 11 from 7:00-8:00 pm
Come join us in the Gym Annex for our Annual Science Fair Open House. Upper School students will be on site to explain their display boards and to compete for prizes. Grandparents, parents, friends, and younger students are welcome and encouraged to attend.Contact
Bev Shevenell with questions.
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Thursday, March 12 at 6:00 pm
Lower School Lobby
Are your friends interested in PCA’s Lower School? Be sure to invite them to our Open House for STEAM activities for children, a campus tour, and conversation with PCA faculty. PCAP families looking ahead to Kindergarten are also welcome to attend.
LEARN MORE.
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Thursday, March 12 at 6:30 pm
Runey Hall: Miller Room
Juniors and their parents are strongly encouraged to attend our College Information Night for Juniors. Topics will include the college admission process, questions to ask on college tours, college essay pointers, and the basics of financial aid. Contact
Colleen Geller (ext. 120) with questions.
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Friday, March 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm
Troiano Hall
Mark your calendars for
Jazz & Comedy Night next month! Enjoy hearty snacks and listen to your favorite PCA musicians and comic actors. The cost is $8/adult and $5/student, food included. Contact
Katie Poole with questions.
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Tuesday, March 17 from 6:00-8:00 pm
Main Gym
PCA's winter athletes' families are welcome to join us for our Annual Fall Athletic Banquet in the Main Gym. The cost is $5 per person at the main door; coaches and children under 3 are free. Dress attire is school-day dress code. Contact
Derek Summers with questions.
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Wednesday, March 18 from 2:00-6:30 pm
Upper School's Troiano Hall
Please consider donating blood during this month's Blood Drive. With each donation, the American Red Cross is able to save 3 lives!
LEARN MORE
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Thursday, March 19 at 6:30 pm
Runey Hall: Miller Room
If you have a student heading off to college as a freshman for Fall 2020, this presentation is for you! We encourage you to bring your student's award packages with you. Components of the financial aid award package, including federal student loans, grants, and scholarships will be discussed along with how to analyze what your student was offered. Sample award letters will be provided if you have not received an award letter yet. Contact
Colleen Geller
(ext. 120) with questions.
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Friday, March 20
One of our favorite activities during the cold winter months is our annual Luau Lunch where the Upper School students will be treated to a grilled hamburger or hot dog lunch, along with chips, salad, drink, and dessert. All Upper School students are encouraged to wear jeans and Hawaiian shirts. If you would like to volunteer or provide a food item,
CLICK HERE. Please contact
Cy Karnes
(ext. 154) with questions.
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Saturday, March 21
We hope that you will join us at this year's Annual Auction! School is in session from 8:00 am to noon that day, and bus service will be available to our regular bus riders. For an easy-to-read guide to all of the Auction's events,
CLICK HERE
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All Upper School spring sports will have tryouts beginning on
Monday, March 23.
3:30 pm Varsity Softball in gym
3:30 pm Varsity Track in gym lobby
3:30 pm Varsity Tennis on courts or in classroom if not weather-permitting
5:00 pm Varsity Baseball
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Thursday, March 26 at 8:15 am
Main Gym
All volunteers are invited! This is our opportunity to thank you for the countless ways you bless our school, students, and staff on a daily basis. Whether you volunteer once a week, once a month, on field trips or for special events, allow us to feed, entertain, and serve YOU! Please RSVP to
Laura Lupinacci (ext. 152).
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Thursday, March 26 at 10:00 am
Parents are invited to join us for this very special event as the four-year-old students take us on a journey through the PCAP rain forest. Our "critters" will tell the importance of protecting our rain forests, based on Lynne Cherry's book "Kapok Tree." Make sure to bring your camera for this beloved event. Please contact
Harlee Tuttle (ext. 113) with questions.
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Employment Opportunities
For a list of all of our current employment opportunities,
CLICK HERE.
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